Meet the Construction Team
Ross is a Minnesota native who has been developing the community of Cheyenne for nearly twenty years. He believes the people of Cheyenne make it uniquely charming, and enjoys seeing it continue to grow and evolve into a thriving hub for natives and newcomers. As the CEO of Guardian Companies, he brings over twenty years of vast real estate experience. As the father of three boys he loves watching his sons play sports, and enjoys a well-paired glass of wine with a meal at a local spot.
David is a former Marine Corps Infantry Sergeant and has seen many parts of the world. He finds Cheyenne’s community an ideal place to work and raise his family. He is a member of the Southeast Wyoming Builders Association (SEWBA) and enjoys the group’s passion for providing regional growth. David brings a diverse skill set to the table applying his experience in logistics and operations to keep projects on the path to success. When David is not working, he likes playing his guitars and working on his classic Volkswagen.
Joe has been a builder and General Contractor for 29 years! He is respected in the community as a leader in his industry and has served on multiple local Boards and committees. He appreciates the many opportunities that Cheyenne has to offer. Joe likes to spend his spare time at the gym, riding his mountain bike, hiking, or hitting the backroads in his Jeep with his trusted side-kick hound Sadie.
Sydney is a Cheyenne native, born and raised. She is a member of the South Eastern Wyoming Builders Association (SEWBA) and loves being a part of the building community. She believes Cheyenne is constantly growing and – with its rich history and great values – that it will attract new residents from all over in the coming years. When Sydney is not at the office, she spends her free time in the gym, traveling, and camping.
Meet the Sales Team
Ben and his wife Stacie moved to Cheyenne in 2014. They have fallen in love with the Wyoming life style and can’t imagine living anywhere else. He has combined his real estate investment experience with his knowledge of the Cheyenne market to provide top of the line service to his clients. Ben is a full time REALTOR® who prides himself on the quality of service he provides.
Cheyenne native Melissa Swalla is definitely a people person! She loves meeting new people and hearing their stories and is inspired by the folks she meets. Melissa is knowledgeable and down to earth, and thinks communication is the key to success in finding you a place to thrive. Melissa is happily married to another Wyoming native and they have two girls who keep them on their toes!
Teamwork is a concept that has followed Brady Cates throughout his life, and that makes him a great addition to the #1 Properties team of real estate professionals! Born and raised in Cheyenne, Brady was a multi-sport athlete throughout his school career and into college, where the concept of teamwork truly took root. Brady’s honesty, perseverance, and dedication as a real estate professional make him the perfect choice to help you buy or sell your home!
Mike pursued his lifelong dream of playing baseball at the highest level and made his major league debut in 2018, playing for the Detroit Tigers, and later the San Francisco Giants and the Colorado Rockies. After baseball, Mike had to identify a new passion, and he saw this profession as an opportunity to help others not only find a house, but a place that can make a home. He isn’t afraid to put in the extra effort, and will always work hard to find his clients their dream home!
Trust. Value. Results.
THE POINTE WESTEDT MEADOWS
HEIGHTS
At Homes By Guardian, we’ve built a reputation for quality commercial, multi-family, and residential construction in Cheyenne. We offer floor plans that have been expertly fine-tuned to meet the needs and wants of today’s homebuyer, with upgrades standard in every home.
We have been a part of this wonderful community for more than 20 years, and are proud to have established a reputation as one of southeast Wyoming’s premier home builders. From The Pointe to Whitney Ranch, hundreds of families are living the dream in Homes by Guardian homes!
With over 100 years of combined experience, our professional staff will make your home-building journey a memorable one. Our unique home designs, attention to detail, and commitment to quality are what make Homes By Guardian one of Cheyenne’s leading residential home builders. From our sales and design team to our in-house warranty department, no aspect of the building process is overlooked. The combination of quality homes built at a great location with fabulous neighborhood amenities makes owning a Homes By Guardian home an unforgettable experience.
Whether you’re interested in one of our move-in-ready homes or our pre-build options, we have a floor plan for everyone. Take a look at everything we have to offer and one of our oustanding professional sales team members will be happy to assist you with making a plan to get you into the home of your dreams.
Let’s Get Building
CHOOSE A LOT • CHOOSE YOUR FLOOR PLAN • CHOOSE YOUR FINISHES
Typical timeline: 5-6 months
1. Pick your favorite lot
Building both city and rural homes in Whitney Ranch and The Reserve at Horse Creek
Found a lot you love somewhere else? We’d be happy to build your dream home anywhere!
2. Choose your favorite floor plan THE PRAIRIE SERIES THE STABLE SERIES
3. Make it official
Choose your favorite REALTOR® and put your new home under contract!
4. Choose your finishes
Our local new construction consultant will walk you through the whole selection process from start to finish
You can pick cabinets, flooring, hardware, exterior colors, etc
50% down on any upgrades
Choose from our hand-selected options or pick your own
5. As we build your home, get updates on each stage
We will help you set up the Co-Construct app so you can see what’s happening with your home... no matter where you are!
6. Final walk-through, orientation, and closing!!
7. Tell your friends and family about your great Homes by Guardian experience!
Have a home to sell? We’d love to help you with that process!
Need a place to stay while we are building your new home? We have rental options available!
Welcome
Phase I – SOLD OUT ! Now building Phase II
One mile east of King Sooper’s
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Why Cheyenne?
Cheyenne, Wyoming’s capital city, is located along the route of the nation’s first transcontinental improved thoroughfare, the historic Lincoln Highway. Today, Cheyenne sits at the intersection of two major interstates, providing easy, over-theroad access to the entire country. Cheyenne is a clean, growing, affordable city that blends the historic and the modern in a business-friendly state that has no corporate or income taxes. Its proximity to Denver (just 90 miles south) and the Front Range, its moderate climate, and its friendly inhabitants, make Cheyenne a highly appealing place to live, work, and play.
REAL ESTATE FRIENDLY
Cheyenne’s real estate market has remained largely stable throughout the economic ups and downs of the last two decades. Cheyenne is alive and well, and on an upward trend in forecast market strength. It’s a good place to make a smart real estate investment.
FUN & FAMILY FRIENDLY
Annual surveys by numerous national sources routinely rank Cheyenne and Wyoming in the top five on their lists of family-friendly cities, favorable education environment, and recreational opportunities, making Cheyenne an ideal place to live, learn, work, and play.
AIR FRIENDLY
The American Lung Association’s annual “State of the Air” report rates cities by air pollution levels, and Cheyenne boasts some of the cleanest air in the nation. Routinely at the top for both short-term and year-round particle pollution, Cheyenne’s air pollution levels are consistently the lowest among American cities.
TAX FRIENDLY
Ranked #1 in the 2023 State Business Tax Climate Index, Cheyenne enjoys Wyoming’s low sales and property taxes. There are also no state income, inheritance, real estate sales, gift, or excise taxes, and the Wyoming State Legislature rates highly for protecting its citizens and businesses through fiscal responsibility and asset protection laws.
BUSINESS FRIENDLY
Wyoming is one of the best states in America in which to do business. A favorable tax structure, minimal red tape, unlimited shares, low annual fees, anonymity, and privacy are just a few of the benefits to corporations in our state. Cheyenne, perfectly positioned at a major interstate crossroads, offers many commercial real estate opportunities, including several business park developments with pre-established infrastructure.
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CITY SITEWORK
Underground Utilities
• 200 amp electrical
• Natural gas
• City water & sewer
Landscaping/Fencing
• Front & back yard landscaping with automatic irrigation system
• Rock border with steel edging and weed barrier
• 3 trees
• 6’ tall white vinyl fence with one gate
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Concrete/Soil
• Engineered reinforced exterior concrete
• Engineered footings and foundation with asphalt foundation coating
• Perimeter drain inside foundation
• Window well drains and sump pump
Walls
• 2x6 exterior advanced wood framing
• 2x4 interior wall wood framing
• Structural engineered exterior sheathing
Roof Systems
• Engineered truss system
• Hurricane/wind truss clips/strapping
• 30-year asphalt shingle
Floor Systems
• Silent floor I joist system
• Structured steel beams (as per plan)
• ¾” Tongue and Groove (OSB) sub flooring Garage
• Raised panel insulated garage doors with 2 remotes and keyless entry
• Walls and ceilings drywall and fire taped
• Three standard outlets (one ceiling outlet for garage door opener)
Stable Series
ELEGANT INTERIORS
Flooring
• Plush carpet
• 8 lb ½ inch pad
• Hardwood flooring
• Ceramic tile Light Fixtures
Plumbing/Heating
• Pex water lines
• Future basement bath rough-in
• 50-gallon water heater (tankless on larger sf)
• Lennox central air-conditioning
• 93% high-efficiency Lennox gas forced air furnace
• Programmable thermostat
• Water line to ice maker
City Home Standards Prairie Series
• Front and back yard exterior faucets
• Passive radon system
Exterior Wall Surfaces
• Energy-saving air filtration house wrap
• Three-color exterior paint scheme
• Siding with accent textures & stone veneer Electrical
• 4 cable and 4 CAT-6 pre-wires
• Front and back exterior weatherproof electrical outlets
• Exterior coach lights at exterior doors/soffit lights
Insulation
• R-23 blown fiberglass at exterior walls
• R-49 blown fiberglass in attic
• R-13 fiberglass batt insulation in garage walls
• R-19 garage attic insulation
WINDOWS
AND DOORS
Windows
• Dual pane, Low-E, insulated glass windows
• Screens on all operating windows and patio sliding glass door
Exterior Doors
• Deadbolt locks on all exterior doors
• Garage service door per plan
Interior Doors
• Shaker-style painted doors
• Brushed nickel or black door knobs
• Privacy locks on bedrooms and baths
ELEGANT INTERIORS
Flooring
• Plush carpet
• LVP flooring
Light Fixtures
• Brushed nickel or black light fixtures
• 2 ceiling fans with light kits
• Brushed nickel or black light fixtures
• 2 ceiling fans with light kits
• Recessed cans and decorative lighting Gas Fireplace
DISTINCTIVE KITCHENS
Cabinetry
• Shaker-style cabinets with slab drawer fronts
Counter Tops
• Quartz counter top with tile backsplash
Full Stainless Appliance Package
• Gas range/oven
• French door refrigerator
• Three-year appliance manufacturer warranty
ELEGANT BATHS
Cabinetry
• Maple cabinets
Plumbing Fixtures
• Brushed nickel or black
Master Bath
• Ceramic tile flooring
• Quartz counter top
• Bath accessories and mirror
• Water-saver elongated toilet
Secondary Bath
• One-piece fiberglass tub/shower
• Ceramic tile flooring
• Quartz counter top
• Bath accessories and mirror
• Water-saver elongated toilet
• Recessed cans and decorative lighting
Electric Fireplace
DISTINCTIVE KITCHENS
Cabinetry
• Maple cabinets
Counter Tops
• Quartz counter top
Full Stainless Appliance Package
• Electric range/oven
• Side-by-side refrigerator
• Three-year appliance manufacturer warranty
ELEGANT BATHS
Cabinetry
• Maple cabinets
Plumbing Fixtures
• Brushed nickel or black
Master Bath
• LVP flooring
• Quartz counter top
• Bath accessories and mirror
• Water-saver elongated toilet
Secondary Bath
• One-piece fiberglass tub/shower
• Ceramic tile flooring
• Quartz counter top
• Bath accessories and mirror
• Water-saver elongated toilet
Testimonials
Having purchased 10 homes in the past 40 years from Hawaii to Alaska and from Oregon to New Mexico, I speak with experience that Guardian delivers when it comes to quality homes and customer support. Their customer service staff provided the most comprehensive final walk through prior to closing that I ever received. They genuinely care about their home buyer! They work as a team and pay attention to details. Guardian has provided me the peace of mind while buying the most expensive thing in my life.
Jan Curtis, buyer
We absolutely love our new Homes by Guardian Home! It was our first time buying a brand-new build and between our realtor and the Homes by Guardian team, all of our questions were answered and any concerns were laid to rest. They addressed and resolved the couple of very small issues we had even after being in the home for a month. The quality of the home is clearly exceptional and the finishes are beautiful. Thank you Homes by Guardian, for getting us into our dream home!
Jen Reifeiss, buyer
As a Realtor, I always want to be assured that my clients get the best product for the best price. This is true when my clients have chosen to purchase a Homes by Guardian home, but they have also received the best care. Superior communication is a quality that sets them apart from other builders. Homes by Guardian has experienced professionals that listen to the client’s needs and guide them and myself through the construction process. They are usually my first stop for new construction in Cheyenne.
Bonnie
Berry, Realtor #1 Properties
Our experience from day one with Homes by Guardian has been extremely pleasant. They answered all of our questions right away. We would recommend anyone wanting to have a home built to seek out Homes by Guardian.
Brad & Diane Pattison, pre-sale buyer
Build with Confidence
When you buy a home from Homes by Guardian, you are given a final walkthrough, like with any home! The difference with us is it’s more than just a final walkthrough, it’s more of a home orientation; a major benefit to the buyer!
The Homes by Guardian final walkthrough before closing has two parts.
1. Home orientation
2. Blue tape walkthrough
During the home orientation, you’ll walk through the entire home inside and out, being informed on where things are, how everything works, maintenance, care, tips and tricks, etc. From a seasoned home buyer to a first timer, everyone finds this part beneficial. During part 2 you are given a roll of blue tape and it’s your turn to take the reins. We’ll walk through the whole home again and you can put a little piece of blue tape on anything you want fixed before closing. We are usually looking for small things like scuffs in the paint, imperfections in drywall/texturing, etc. We will get all those issues resolved before closing so you are 100% happy with your home when you get the keys.
We want you to feel confident, comfortable and excited when you close on a Homes by Guardian home.
Support After the Sale
Homes by Guardian’s builder warranty covers the workmanship and components of your new-construction home to provide extra peace of mind when buying a new home. Get in touch with one of our sales agents to learn more about our builder warranty.
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